[Version 5.0] Traces of Artistry - Event Guide, Genshin Impact

About Event

At the "Children of Echoes" stage, a graffiti expert extends a grand invitation to you and Paimon, "to travel around Natlan search of inspiration"...

➧ Event Duration

28 August 2024 11:00 (Server Time) - 16 September 2024 03:59 (Server Time)

➧ Requirements

1. Reach Adventure Rank 20 or above
2. Complete Archon Quest Prologue: Act III "Song of the Dragon and Freedom"
3. Complete Archon Quest Chapter V: Act II "Black Stone Under a White Stone" (for better experience)

➧ Summary

The "Traces of Artistry" event is split into 3 gameplay modes:

Gameplay Mode 1: Flow's True Form

Use the unique abilities of companions from Natlan to collect Challenge Coins and items during speed challenges to score higher.

Gameplay Mode 2: Blazing Extremes

Defeat the opponent(s) in a designated area and challenge powerful foes to complete special objectives.

Gameplay Mode 3: Of Aspects Vivid

Explore Natlan and unlock Statue of The Seven, find various Viewpoints, pick Natlan's regional specialties, and take pictures of unique creatures.

Complete the above gameplay modes and collect Colorful Contemplations to obtain various rewards.

➧ How to Start Event...?

Talk to Dopey Dazzler in Children of Echoes.

Phase I: Children of Echoes

1. Statue of the Seven: Tequemecan Valle

To unlock Statue of the Seven: Tequemecan Valle, Travelers can teleport to the Teleport waypoint in Children of Echoes first, then walk to west following the event navigation. Or if Travelers do the Archon Quest Chapter V: Act I - Flowers Resplendent on the Sun-Scorched Sojourn, Kachina will accompany you to the Statue of the Seven.

2. Photograph: Long-Necked Rhino

To take Photograph: Long-Necked Rhino in this event, Travelers must use the Graffiti Kamera Gadget. Use the Graffiti Kamera in the inventory in the gadget section before taking a picture of the Target. Make sure the picture is taken with a different pose.

• Long-Necked Rhino - Looking Around
• Long-Necked Rhino - Standing Leisurely

3. Viewpoint: Children of Echoes

For Viewpoint: Children of Echoes, Travelers can get it directly near the Teleport Waypoint. This viewpoint will be visible on the Map / Mini Map with a picture icon.

4. Photograph: Tepetlisaur Whelp

To take Photograph: Tepetlisaur Whelp in this event, Travelers must use the Graffiti Kamera Gadget. Use the Graffiti Kamera in the inventory in the gadget section before taking a picture of the Target. Make sure the picture is taken with a different pose.

• Tepetlisaur Whelp - Walking Around
• Tepetlisaur Whelp - Digging

5. Harvestable: Saurian Claw Succulent

For Harvestable: Saurian Claw Succulent, Travelers can follow the Event navigation. The location to pick up Saurian Claw Succulent must be in accordance with the event instructions. This location can be seen on the map / mini map with the Flower icon.

6. Puch Flow

Puch Flow is a 4-phase battle challenge. The first to 3rd phase Travelers must defeat all opponents that appear, it is recommended to use your Best Party. And the 4th Phase is to fight the new Boss "Goldflame Qucusaur Tyrant". Defeat Goldflame Qucusaur Tyrant with the requirement: in shield mode to get rewards.

Tips for defeating "Goldflame Qucus Air Tyrant" to complete the Event:

1. Use a good team composition, with a good build.
2. It is recommended to bring a Shield character; this is to protect your party members from the boss's Stomp & projectile attacks. For Example: Zhongli / Diona / Noelle, etc.
3. It is recommended to use a Hydro Character; this is used to destroy the boss's shield when flying. For Example: Xingqiu / Yelan / Furina / Neuvillette, etc.
4. At the beginning of the fight, Travelers can-do small-scale attacks to wait and make the Boss enter Shield / Fly Mode. When the Boss is in Shield / Fly mode immediately use Hydro Attack to destroy the Boss' Shield quickly. When the boss's shield is destroyed, boss will fall and be in a weak state for a while. In this way event requirements can be completed easily.

7. Flow's True Form

Flow's True Form is a time challenge by collecting coins during the challenge to get the highest Rank (B / A / S). In this Challenge, Travelers are expected to understand the mechanisms and abilities of each Saurian. Understanding the abilities of Tepetlissurus & Yumkasaurus is highly recommended for this challenge, another option is Travelers can use Kachina.

Phase II: Scions of the Canopy

1. Statue of the Seven: Coatepec Mountain

To unlock Statue of the Seven: Coatepec Mountain, Travelers can teleport to the Teleport waypoint North of Scions of the Canopy, then walk following road / event navigation.

2. Photograph: Capybara

To take Photograph: Capybara in this event, Travelers must use the Graffiti Kamera Gadget. Use the Graffiti Kamera in the inventory in the gadget section before taking a picture of the Target. Make sure the picture is taken with a different pose.

• Capybara - Swimming in the Water
• Capybara - Scratching Tummy

3. Viewpoint: Scions of the Canopy

For Viewpoint: Scions of the Canopy, Travelers can get it directly near the Teleport Waypoint. This viewpoint will be visible on the Map / Mini Map with a picture icon.

4. Photograph: Yumkasaur Whelp

To take Photograph: Yumkasaur Whelp in this event, Travelers must use the Graffiti Kamera Gadget. Use the Graffiti Kamera in the inventory in the gadget section before taking a picture of the Target. Make sure the picture is taken with a different pose.

• Yumkasaur Whelp - Standing Leisurely
• Yumkasaur Whelp - Wary

5. Harvestable: Quenepa Berry

For Harvestable: Quenepa Berry, Travelers can follow the Event navigation. The location to pick up Quenepa Berry must be in accordance with the event instructions. This location can be seen on the map / mini map with the Flower icon.

6. Leaping Momentum

Leaping Momentum is a 4-phase battle challenge. The first to 3rd phase Travelers must defeat all opponents that appear, it is recommended to use your Best Party. And the 4th Phase is to fight the new Boss "Gluttonous Yumkasaur Mountain King". Travelers need Ignite Gluttonous Yumkasaur Mountain King to complete the challenge.

Tips for Ignite "Gluttonous Yumkasaur Mountain King" to complete the Event:

1. Use a good team composition, with a good build.
2. It is recommended to bring a Shield character; this is to protect your party members from the boss's attacks. For Example: Zhongli / Diona / Noelle / Thoma, etc.
3. It is recommended to use a Pyro Character; this is used to Ignite Flamegranates boss's shield when flying. For Example: Bennett / Thoma / Xinyan / Amber, etc.
4. At the beginning of the fight, Travelers can-do small-scale attacks to wait and make the Boss drop Flamegranates. Basically, boss will drop 3 Flamegranates, then use Pyro Attacks on the Flamegranates before the boss devours the Flamegranates.

7. Flow's True Form

Flow's True Form is a time challenge by collecting coins during the challenge to get the highest Rank (B / A / S). In this Challenge, Travelers are expected to understand the mechanisms and abilities of each Saurian. Understanding the abilities of Tepetlissurus & Yumkasaurus is highly recommended for this challenge, another option is Travelers can use Kachina.

Phase III: People of the Springs

1. Statue of the Seven: Toyac Springs

To unlock Statue of the Seven: Toyac Springs, Travelers can teleport to the Teleport waypoint North of Ameyalco Waters, then walk following road to south.

2. Photograph: Flowcurrent Bird

To take Photograph: Flowcurrent Bird in this event, Travelers must use the Graffiti Kamera Gadget. Use the Graffiti Kamera in the inventory in the gadget section before taking a picture of the Target. Make sure the picture is taken with a different pose.

• Flowcurrent Bird - Walking around
• Flowcurrent Bird - Swimming

3. Viewpoint: People of the Springs

For Viewpoint: People of the Springs, Travelers can get it directly near the Teleport Waypoint. This viewpoint will be visible on the Map / Mini Map with a picture icon.

4. Photograph: Koholasaur Whelp

To take Photograph: Koholasaur Whelp in this event, Travelers must use the Graffiti Kamera Gadget. Use the Graffiti Kamera in the inventory in the gadget section before taking a picture of the Target. Make sure the picture is taken with a different pose.

• Koholasaur Whelp - Resting in the Water
• Koholasaur Whelp - Swimming

5. Harvestable: Sprayfeather Gill

For Harvestable: Sprayfeather Gill, Travelers can follow the Event navigation. The location to pick up Sprayfeather Gill must be in accordance with the event instructions. This location can be seen on the map / mini map with the Flower icon.

6. Show of Strength

Show of Strength is a 4-phase battle challenge. The first to 4th phase Travelers must defeat all opponents that appear, it is recommended to use your Best Party. There are no Boss challenges in this section.

7. Flow's True Form

Flow's True Form is a time challenge by collecting coins during the challenge to get the highest Rank (B / A / S). In this Challenge, Travelers are expected to understand the mechanisms and abilities of each Saurian. Understanding the abilities of Koholasaur & Yumkasaurus is highly recommended for this challenge, another option is Travelers can use Mualani.

Event Rewards

After completing all the Event challenges, don't forget to claim your rewards on the Event page. Travelers can get a New Catalyst Weapon with a 4-star rarity "Ash-Graven Drinking Horn" along with its 5 Refinement materials.